GDPR Training
- Mobile-Friendly, Self-Paced Format
- Nationally-Accredited, Regulatory-Approved
Course Description
The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, contains principles for protecting the privacy of EU residents' personal data. When it took effect in May of 2018, every organization, worldwide, that gathers, stores, or processes this data in any way, must comply with the strong data protections required under the GDPR. Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to recognize situations where the GDPR comes into play and what to do when they encounter data that falls under GDPR regulations in the US
GDPR Training - An Overview
In May 2025, TikTok was fined nearly $573 million for unlawfully transferring EU user data to China and failing to ensure adequate protection, marking one of the largest penalties under General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). According to CMS’s 6th Edition of GDPR Enforcement Tracker Report, as of March 2025, total fines imposed under GDPR have surpassed $6.1 billion, with the Irish Data Protection Commission alone accounting for over $3.8 billion in penalties. Keep fines and data breaches at bay with our GDPR training. Excel at identifying, handling, and protecting personal data under global privacy laws like the GDPR. This training is essential for businesses handling international customer data.
Course Curriculum
Our GDPR training teaches key skills and knowledge you need to navigate data protection confidently. Dive deeper into:
The Core of Privacy Protection
Achieve a holistic overview of the fundamental principles of data rights and privacy regulation.
Evolving Rules and Regulations
Stay updated on latest changes in GDPR guidelines and remain compliant at all times.
Personal Data
Master at identifying which information qualifies as personal data as per GDPR.
Access Controls
Excel at preventing unauthorized data exposure with role-based access controls.
The Impact of GDPR
Explore the real-world implications of GDPR for your organization and operations.
EU-US Data Transfer
Master the legal frameworks and appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) required for international data transfers.
Documenting Appropriate Safeguards
Document safeguards like SCCs and BCRs and prove GDPR compliance accurately.
Additional Requirements
Adhere to the additional obligations that come with using safeguards, keeping them effective, defensible and up to date.
Benefits of The Course
Stay compliant and stay free from costly data penalties with our GDPR training. Do much more beyond safeguarding data:
Mitigate Legal or Financial Risk
Excel at compliance strategies, and reduce your risk of data breaches by up to 50%.
Build Lasting Customer Trust
Demonstrate your commitment to privacy, transparency, and ethics and prevent 81% of consumers from leaving.
Establish Competitive Differentiation
Turn compliance into a strategic asset that sets your organization apart.
Strengthen Data Protection Practices
Apply robust safeguards like encryption, access controls, and policy frameworks.
Boost Operational Efficiency
Implement clear data governance and drive operational efficiency by up to 40%.
Improve Risk Management Capabilities
Identify, assess, and mitigate data security risks before they escalate.
Avoid Penalties and Fines Proactively
Stay audit-ready and fully compliant, avoiding spending 4% of your global turnover into penalties.
Why Choose LearnTastic as Your GDPR Training Provider
Achieve a globally trusted and recognized GDPR training certification that allows you to learn at your own pace with us.
Nationally Compliant
Adhere to the highest standards of data protection education with our nationally compliant training.
Train With Certified Professionals
Excel at GDPR training by achieving in-depth knowledge and skills from the experts themselves.
Flexible, Mobile-Friendly Learning
With our engaging, interactive, and 100% online training, learn when it fits your schedule.
Instant, Verifiable Certification
Download your certification instantly and demonstrate your compliance credentials.
Who Should Enroll for This Training
Enrol for GDPR online course if your work involves safe handling and transferring of data. It is ideal for:
Risk and compliance managers
Privacy managers
Data protection managers
Information security managers
General or privacy counsels
IT managers
Finance, HR or marketing managers
Project managers
Any individual with a basic understanding of data protection regulations who wants to advance their professional qualification can also benefit from this training.
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